The Temptations

The Temptations stand tall as the top vocal group in R&B history. Between 1965 and 1989, the all-male Detroit quintet chocked up a total of 43 Top 10 singles on Billboard’s R&B chart, 14 of them reaching #1. Although the group has gone through numerous personnel changes over the years, it is best remembered for the classic 1963-68 lineup comprising Eddie Kendricks, David Ruffin, Otis Williams, Paul Williams, and Melvin Franklin. Otis Williams, the only original member from that period who is still living, remains with the group.